H46.2 – Nutritional optic neuropathy
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Disorders of optic nerve and visual pathways
ICD-10-CM code
H46.2
- Code
H46.2(claims format:H462)- Description
- Nutritional optic neuropathy
- Billable
- Yes – valid for HIPAA-covered transactions
- Valid for
- Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
- Chapter
- 7. Diseases of the eye and adnexa (H00-H59)
- Block
- H46-H47 Disorders of optic nerve and visual pathways
- Parent codes
- H46
Notes inherited from parent codes
Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.
H46 – Optic neuritis
Index terms for H46.2
Entries in the ICD-10-CM alphabetic index that lead to this code:
Related codes in H46
- H46.0 – Optic papillitisHeader
- H46.1 – Retrobulbar neuritisHeader
- H46.3 – Toxic optic neuropathyBillable
- H46.8 – Other optic neuritisBillable
- H46.9 – Unspecified optic neuritisBillable
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code H46.2?
H46.2 is the ICD-10-CM code for nutritional optic neuropathy, in the block H46-H47 (Disorders of optic nerve and visual pathways).
Is H46.2 a billable code?
Yes. H46.2 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
What category does H46.2 belong to?
It belongs to category H46 – Optic neuritis.
Source: CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM FY2027 code files, tabular list and index. Reference only – code assignment must follow the official ICD-10-CM guidelines and documentation in the medical record.